One of my favorite memories from last year was running The Color Run with Lily, my six year old. The Color Run is definitely a family-friendly race and we saw tons of families on the course.
We had so much fun that it is already on our calendar – August 23 in Salt Lake City! The 2014 Kaleidoscope Tour is going to be big – new t-shirts, new headbands, new wristbands, and they’ve added sling bags for everyone that is registered! Check it out:
Did you know that The Color Run is the single largest event series in the United States? I believe it! These people know how to party! Here are my tips for running The Color Run with children.
1. Bring sunglasses or goggles, My daughter was concerned about the color dust getting in her eyes and borrowed my sun glasses at the start of the race. We also had bandanas to cover our mouths during some of the extra colorful times.
2. Be flexible. My daughter loved running under the arches and when race works tossed colors at us, but the color sprayers were not her favorite. We avoided the sprayers at her request after the first one and lingered longer under each of the color arches. Your child may be different! Be ready to have fun in many different ways! Don’t be afraid to jump right in and get covered with color.
3. Do a few practice runs before hand to prepare for the 5k. My daughter and I took a few short runs together before the race. We still ended up doing a lot of walking, but we had a blast!
4. Dress the part. Grab anything white (that you don’t mind getting colored) from your closet. The more fun the better. Tutus are completely acceptable. Make sure to bring an older pair of running shoes that can get colorful, too.
5. Have towels on hand for the car-ride home. There were drying stations at the race, but it is still a good idea to cover up your car seats just in case!
6. HAVE FUN! Arrive early and stay later for the dance parties. Lily loved meeting the Utah Jazz dancers.
The race is untimed and geared toward runners/walkers of every level! If this is your first race check out my blog post on 5K Tips and Tricks!
Sign up and join me in the fun! My readers can use the code COLOR5OFF to get $5 off their registration! The code is good for ANY CITY so you can join the party from any of the races around the country. Be sure to type the code in instead of copy/pasting. Sign up before May 1st because that is when the prices go up! Prices are cheaper if you join with a team as well. Plus it is more fun with friends!
The race is untimed and geared toward runners/walkers of every level! If this is your first race check out my blog post on 5K Tips and Tricks!
Are you running The Color Run this year?
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40 Comments
tara pittman · April 2, 2014 at 11:54 am
A lot of my friends do this run but I cant as I would have trouble breathing with the powder in the air
Nicky · April 2, 2014 at 12:35 pm
I haven’t decided if I’ll do the color run this year or not. It does look like fun though. My kids (ages 11, 8, and 6) ran with me this last weekend in the Strollin Colon Run. They actually ran more than I did. My husband was at the finish line, so I didn’t mind them going ahead. You have great tips for the kids and me to run/walk this race. Thanks.
Lexie Lane · April 2, 2014 at 4:24 pm
Oh! I’ve never heard of anything like this but it sounds like so much fun! I bet it made a good mess though!
Marcie Robinson · April 2, 2014 at 5:13 pm
It looks like so much fun! I have always wanted to try this with my kiddos! 🙂
Clara @A Slice of Homeschool Pie · April 2, 2014 at 5:21 pm
It’s wonderful when you can find an event that you can do and enjoy with your children. I, personally, don’t like the idea of having paint sprayed all over me, but I can see how others do. 🙂
Dawn @ Pin-n-Tell · April 3, 2014 at 4:10 am
How fun! Everyone that I know, who has participated in color runs, have had a blast! Maybe one of these days I should join in the fun 🙂
Dawn · April 3, 2014 at 6:46 am
Great tips and I did not even think about any of that. I will need something to cover my car seats because they are very light colored. This will be my first 5k and it’s only about 2 weeks away.
Becky @ lovetobeinthekitchen · April 3, 2014 at 7:48 am
Great tips! This looks like so much fun! I love that first picture of your daughter. She looks so happy. 🙂 I bet she won’t forget this fun experience she had with her mommy!
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! · April 3, 2014 at 8:15 am
That looks so fun! I wish my kids were a bit older so we could do this together!
krystal · April 3, 2014 at 1:35 pm
This is a great family event. Thanks for sharing!
Brittany · April 3, 2014 at 4:01 pm
I did this race this summer! My 4yo wanted to run too, but I knew he would never make it through the whole race, so my husband brought him separately and they waited near the finish line. I ran most of the race myself, then took his hand as I ran past him, and the two of us ran to the finish line. It was perfect.
Elayna Fernandez ~ The Positive MOM · April 3, 2014 at 7:25 pm
This sounds like so much fun! They have one coming up next weekend in Dallas, but we have NOT prepared… Do you think we should still do it? I’m getting excited just thinking about it! How long did it take?
Taralyn · April 4, 2014 at 7:46 am
Definitely do it! That is the awesome thing about this race is it doesn’t matter how fast to go and it is meant to be enjoyed every step of the way. You’ll be just fine! Pretty sure my five year old and I took almost an hour, but that was with lots of walking.
Mharms · April 4, 2014 at 12:43 am
It’s really nice that kids are able to participate in events like this. Successful!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) · April 9, 2014 at 3:09 am
I know there are lots of races out there that benefit children and I think it’s a great cause.
Debbie Denny · April 9, 2014 at 4:15 am
I have heard of this. Looks like so much fun!
Robin {Mom Foodie} · April 9, 2014 at 5:31 am
Neat I didn’t even know kids could participate.
Jessica Beal Harlow · April 9, 2014 at 7:04 am
What a great event for families! I’ve heard of this Run and the people I know who have participated had a blast. When my kiddos get a little bit bigger, I think we’ll make it a family tradition too!
deanna ritz · April 9, 2014 at 10:16 am
These are some great tips! I’d love to do this type of run with my kids. They would absolutely love getting colored on like this. How fun!!
Tracie · April 9, 2014 at 11:32 am
I am not at ALL a runner, but I have to admit that these color runs look like SO MUCH fun!! And I think my daughter would love to try one. Thanks for the great tips.
Jennifer B · April 9, 2014 at 11:48 am
I so want to do this! It looks like so much fun!
maria @ close to home · April 9, 2014 at 12:23 pm
my daughter and husband did a similar race and had a great time. Looks like you all did too.
lisa jones · April 9, 2014 at 1:12 pm
This Really Looks Like A lot Of Fun Thank You For The Coupon!
brett · April 9, 2014 at 2:14 pm
sweet. my kids are dying (dye-ing) to do this with me and its not cheap!!
Debbie L. · April 9, 2014 at 3:59 pm
I checked and the event will be in my area on April 24th – Racine WI – That is the week I will be out of town with Isa during Spring Break 🙁 Maybe next year! It looks like so much FUN!
Sandra · April 9, 2014 at 5:57 pm
How fun, I so want to do this with my kids.
Amy Desrosiers · April 9, 2014 at 6:02 pm
Color Run makes me want to get out there a run! Look at all those amazing color blasts!
Lois Alter Mark · April 9, 2014 at 6:04 pm
Love the whole idea of the Color Run! What a great way to get the whole family involved in something healthy and athletic — and what great photo opps!
Pam · April 9, 2014 at 6:37 pm
Great tips! The Color Run always looks like so much fun. I may have to sign up someday.
Shauna · April 9, 2014 at 8:17 pm
That looks like such a great time. Something my kids would have a blast doing. Thanks for the tips
Shanna · April 9, 2014 at 8:26 pm
I’m running this in June! I’m not running with my daughter though. She’s too little yet. Maybe next year!
Sharon · April 9, 2014 at 9:15 pm
I loved the color run! I did it without the kids but they were waiting for me at the finish and the stroller got ruined by the colors!
Janeane Davis · April 9, 2014 at 9:24 pm
This seems like a great family race. The fact that it is untimed and all the colors makes it se like a lot of fun.
Wendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas · April 9, 2014 at 10:06 pm
THanks for the tips! We’re set to run in June, and I’ll definitely be bringing a bandana!
mommy2jam · April 10, 2014 at 2:43 am
What great tips! I really want to do a run like this for my boys. thanks for sharing
Mama to 5 BLessings · April 10, 2014 at 6:38 am
this sounds like so much fun, my 6 year old son would so love this!
Amanda · April 10, 2014 at 7:01 am
This is awesome! I’ve always considered participating in one of these runs, but never thought about taking my kids! Such a great idea!
Debi · April 10, 2014 at 7:34 pm
I have been wanting to do a color run. It looks like so much fun.
Carly · April 13, 2014 at 8:51 pm
I can’t wait to do a color run!
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